Status:
valid
Authors:
Bierner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Madroño 40: 43 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033729
Common Names
- Hymenoxys
- Jamesii
- Hymenoxys Jamesii
Description
Hymenoxys jamesii (also called James' Hymenoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Rocky Mountains and is found in dry, rocky areas, scrubland, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenoxys jamesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenoxys jamesii is a small yellow-green disc flower, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenoxys jamesii is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Hymenoxys jamesii
Hymenoxys jamesii is found in the Rocky Mountains of the United States.
Hymenoxys jamesii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Hymenoxys jamesii?
Hymenoxys jamesii is typically found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas in the Rocky Mountains region.
What is the average height of Hymenoxys jamesii?
Hymenoxys jamesii typically grows to a height of between 30 and 60 cm.
What is the flowering period of Hymenoxys jamesii?
Hymenoxys jamesii typically flowers between June and August.
Species in the Hymenoxys genus
Hymenoxys brachyactis,
Hymenoxys grandiflora,
Hymenoxys rusbyi,
Hymenoxys pinetorum,
Hymenoxys subintegra,
Hymenoxys ambigens,
Hymenoxys cabrerae,
Hymenoxys jamesii,
Hymenoxys lemmonii,
Hymenoxys insignis,
Hymenoxys hoopesii,
Hymenoxys odorata,
Hymenoxys tweediei,
Hymenoxys brandegeei,
Hymenoxys anthemoides,
Hymenoxys integrifolia,
Hymenoxys bigelovii,
Hymenoxys helenioides,
Hymenoxys texana,
Hymenoxys robusta,
Hymenoxys integrifolia,
Hymenoxys vaseyi,
Hymenoxys quinquesquamata,
Hymenoxys cooperi,
Hymenoxys anthemoides,
Hymenoxys richardsonii,
Hymenoxys perpygmaea,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,